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Sodium/TEA C12-13 Pareth-3 Sulfate

INCI: SODIUM/TEA C12-13 PARETH-3 SULFATE (NOTE: INCI UPDATED TO SODIUM/TEA C12-13 ALKETH-3 SULFATE)

CAS Number
Not assigned for this specific mixed salt (related pareth sulfate family)
Function
Skin conditioning
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status restricted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted for cosmetic use

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Nitrosamine limits apply (TEA-containing); 1,4-dioxane trace risk from ethoxylation; INCI name updated from PARETH to ALKETH nomenclature

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sodium/TEA C12-13 Pareth-3 Sulfate safe in cosmetics?

Nitrosamine limits apply (TEA-containing); 1,4-dioxane trace risk from ethoxylation; INCI name updated from PARETH to ALKETH nomenclature The EU classifies Sodium/TEA C12-13 Pareth-3 Sulfate as "restricted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Sodium/TEA C12-13 Pareth-3 Sulfate allowed in the EU?

Sodium/TEA C12-13 Pareth-3 Sulfate EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Sodium/TEA C12-13 Pareth-3 Sulfate do in cosmetics?

Sodium/TEA C12-13 Pareth-3 Sulfate functions as: Skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned for this specific mixed salt (related pareth sulfate family).

What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium/TEA C12-13 Pareth-3 Sulfate?

adequate The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.

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